How to Choose Your Mattress with Bed Guru #NestGuru

If there’s one thing I have learned about my health, especially as the days and months turn into years and I cascade towards my mid-thirties (!), it’s that how I sleep pretty much runs how I feel. But sleep isn’t as I used to believe, just about stuff like what time I get to bed or whether I’ve had a couple of drinks or not. As it happens, I’m still a night-owl but am pretty much tee-total these days. The truth is it’s more about the little aches and pains, and stiffness that I invariably get if I don’t sleep comfortably. It’s amazing how 5 or 10 years ago I could pretty much nod off and stay asleep just about anywhere and anytime. More than ever, I’m hyper-analysing my bed set up and thinking about how to make it better.

Being an American, I’m definitely into big, thick mattresses. My other half grew up in Spain, where people seem to sleep on mattresses that are half as thick as I’m used to, and every time we visit family there I come home with a backache! At the moment, I’m letting myself down because frankly, my current mattress has run its course and an upgrade is urgently required. I’m finding myself having to turn every couple of hours during the night and my sleep is pretty broken. Give me a new, firm thick mattress and I’ll easily go 5 or 6 hours in a deep sleep. Basically, a comfortable bed set-up will guarantee that physically I feel as good as I possibly can.

So while I’ve been hunting for a perfect mattress, I’ve come across Bed Guru’s #NestGuru campaign and signed up to it. Bed Guru is an online bed retailer that prides itself on being a sleep specialist. What has impressed me most about the campaign is the recognition that no two people share the same sleeping requirements and that as a retailer Bed Guru considers it an obligation to ensure that its customers get a great night’s sleep. As someone who needs to make sure that if all else in my home fails, I have to have a mattress that is perfect for me, this campaign definitely speaks my language.

How to Choose a Mattress

With lots of options to choose from when it comes to mattresses, it may be confusing to decide which one may be the best fit. I’ve been browsing the Bed Guru website and have decided on a few favourites. Aside from good looks, what makes all these mattresses different? I’ve realised that there are so many details and differences between each type of mattress, but there are always a few highlights to consider that will help you narrow it down.

Pocket Sprung Mattresses

Offers superb comfort and support

Each spring works independently

Great at distributing weight

No pressure on any part of your body

Sprung Mattresses

Most commonly used mattress in the world

Extremely durable

Wide range of comfort levels available

Offers great support and comfort

Non-Sprung Mattresses

Extremely durable

Available with a range of fillings

Offers great comfort and support

Great value for money

Breathable Mattresses

Breathable mattresses

Exceptional level of support and comfort

Responsive material which moulds

Eases any pressures on your body

Memory Foam Mattresses

All over body comfort

Promotes good posture

Moulds to shape your body perfectly

Relieves pressure built up over the day

Adjustable Mattresses

Allows you to alter your sleeping position

Designed to lift and rise

Ideal for those with back problems

Complete control over your sleeping position

Orthopaedic Mattresses

Firm feel

Aligns the spine while you sleep

Pressure-relieving properties

Helps with any back problems or joint pains

Couple Mattresses

Bespoke split mattresses

Range of firmness options

Each side works independently

Handmade in the UK

Organic Mattresses

Handmade using organic cotton

Contains no glues or adhesives

Naturally achieved UKAS certification

Designed for your greatest comfort and health

Rolled Mattresses

Tightly vacuum packed with next day delivery

No turning necessary

Provides maximum spinal support

Dust mite resistant & hypoallergenic

Active Sport Mattresses

Specially designed to aid recovery

Breathable materials enhance ventilation

Alleviates pressure points

Recommended by professional athletes

So, what mattress should you choose? There are different things to consider – a big one is whether or not you share your bed. I’ve had to consider the needs of my other half when deciding on my mattress. Not only his general preference but also his needs. With his needs in mind, my physical needs in mind, and after having looked at all the mattress options I decided on our my best bet – a pocket sprung mattress.

So, with all of the options available, why have I decided to go for one of the most common mattress types? Well, a pocket sprung mattress is perfect for our needs. Each spring works independently which is perfect to distribute your weight and not put pressure on any of part of your body. For a couple with a bad back (him) and bad leg joints (her), a pocket sprung mattress is the perfect solution for a good night’s sleep.